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Police & Fire

Nichols Fire Does Cold-Water Rescue Training At Trumbull's Pinewood Lake TRUMBULL, Conn. -- Members of the Nichols Fire Department trained Saturday at Pinewood Lake to hone their cold-water rescue techniques. Firefighters went over safety procedures and hand signals and inspected the gear before going into the lake. They also went over the operation of a rescue sled. Members took turns going into the icy water in cold -water suits to rescue another in "distress."

by Frank Mojica

02/22/2016

Events

Greenwich Skatepark Prepares For Spring Opening GREENWICH, Conn. -- The Greenwich Skatepark will open Saturday, March 12, weather permitting. The park will open only on weekends from noon to 5 p.m. until its full schedule begins March 28. After March 28, the park will be open from 3:30-7 p.m. weekdays and 12:30-7 p.m. weekends. Annual membership is available to residents at the Parks and Recreation Office at Town Hall between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. weekdays or online at www.greenwichct.org/webtrac. Membership is $175 annually and includes use of the park whenever it's open and eligibility for class and competition discounts. Day passes a…

by Frank Mojica

02/22/2016

Events

Ridgefield's Founders Hall Presents Gardening Seminar RIDGEFIELD, Conn. -- Master gardener Jack Hughes will present a gardening seminar Feb. 26 at Ridgefield's Founders Hall. Hughes will discuss preparing for spring gardens by starting seeds now, how to get the best results by planning ahead and the benefits of staying organic. The free presentation begins at 1 p.m. Founders Hall is at 193 Danbury Road. For additional information, call 203-431-7000.

by Frank Mojica

02/22/2016

Events

The Den For Grieving Kids Offers Greenwich Teen Support Group GREENWICH, Conn. -- The Den for Grieving Kids has launched a new support group for kids between the ages of 13-18 coping with the death of a parent, family member or friend. Participants can share their feelings of loss with others experiencing similar circumstances in a free, safe, confidential forum. The teen support group will meet from 7-8 p.m. on alternating Wednesdays at Family Centers, 20 Bridge St. A confidential consultation is required prior to joining. For more information, contact Linda Weatherseed at 203-655-4693 or lweatherseed@familycenters.org.

by Frank Mojica

02/22/2016

News

Lewisboro Offers Discounted Pool Rates To North Salem Residents NORTH SALEM, N.Y. -- Pool memberships to the Lewisboro Town Pool will be available to North Salem residents at a discounted, nonresident rate. The North Salem family rate is $575 if registering between April 1 and May 31, and $625 beginning June 1. The rate for adults 16 and older is $375 between April 1 and May 31, or $425 starting on June 1. For North Salem children between ages 2 and 15, the fee is $300, or $350 starting June 1. The senior rate for ages 62 and older is $100. The rates for North Salem residents are still higher than for those of Lewisboro, but lower than what other …

by Frank Mojica

02/22/2016

Events

Greenwich Lawmakers Host Professional Development Scholarship Session GREENWICH, Conn. -- Representatives from across the state will host a professional development scholarship information session Feb 29 with State Sen. Scott Frantz (R-36) at Greenwich Town Hall. State Reps. Livvy Floren (R-149), Mike Bocchino (R-150) and Fred Camillo (R-151) will join Frantz to provide the necessary information and applications for the $2,846 professional development scholarships offered by the Workforce Investment Board. The money may be used for project management, information technology and office productivity certification and credentialing. The intended audience is un…

by Frank Mojica

02/22/2016

News

Darien Senior Citizens May Be Eligible For Tax Relief DARIEN, Conn. -- Senior citizens may be eligible for tax credits, according to Darien Assessor Anthony Homicki. The real estate property tax credit may come under the circuit breaker state program, town program or elderly tax deferral. Any homeowner 65 and older reaching the income limits is encouraged to come to the assessor's office and apply by May 16. Income must not exceed $51,900 for married couples or $44,200 for single people to be eligible. All income must be reported, including Social Security, and documentation of proof is needed. Contact the assessor's office at 203-656-731…

by Frank Mojica

02/22/2016

Police & Fire

Westport Man Charged With Throwing Cup Of Coffee At Driver WESTPORT, Conn. -- A Westport man was arrested for allegedly throwing a cup of coffee at a driver during an alleged road rage incident, according to ctpost.com. Paul Wichmann, 56, of Gonczy Road, was charged with throwing objects at a motor vehicle and second-degree breach of peace for the alleged altercation Jan. 15 on Marsh Hill Road in Orange, ctpost.com reported. The other driver was not injured, said ctpost.com. Wichmann turned himself into authorities Feb. 18 after learning of a warrant for his arrest, reported ctpost.com. Click here to read the full ctpost.com article.

by Frank Mojica

02/21/2016

Schools

Nursing Students Learn From Domestic Violence Workshop HARRISON, N.Y. -- Nursing students from the SWBOCES Licensed Practical Nursing Program learned about domestic violence during a special workshop on Feb. 3. “Healthcare providers are often the first and/or the only ones to have contact with victims and as such they have the unique opportunity to help break the cycle of violence in our communities,” said Kymberly McNair, a training coordinator for My Sister’s Place. Students learned the role nurses can play in the care of domestic violence victims and how to spot the signs of domestic abuse, as well as how to document the evidence accurately …

by Frank Mojica

02/21/2016

News

Clarkstown Shelter Seeks Home For Catsy Cline CLARKSTOWN, N.Y. -- The Clarkstown Police Department is helping Catsy Cline find a home as part of its #findahomefriday effort. Catsy is a 2-year-old female domestic shorthair who came to Hi Tor Animal Care Center as a stray last summer. She was found outside with six kittens. Her kittens have been placed, but Catsy still needs a home. Other cats can make Catsy nervous, so her ideal home would have her as the only cat, or possibly with calmer, older cats. Catsy would also be ideal for a home with adults and teens. Once she has warmed up comfortably with someone, she is friendly and a…

by Frank Mojica

02/20/2016

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